MEP-003a oil changes

[jebabb3]

Can someone tell me what the spec. engine oil is for the MEP-003a? I'm guessing it'd be safe to just use Shell Rotella T 15w40?

 

[coyotegray]

Can someone tell me what the spec. engine oil is for the MEP-003a? I'm guessing it'd be safe to just use Shell Rotella T 15w40?

Thats what I Use

 

[Speddmon]

Honestly, any brand of diesel 15w-40 oil you want to use is just fine for those engines.

And always remember, I have the spin-on oil filter adapter kits available for sale!!!!

 

[derf]

WalMart had Cheveron Delo for $8.50 a gallon. That is what I use in Diesel stuff here in LA.

 

[RIrvin]

Saw 2-18-10 post on this topic. Suggests not use multi -grade oils in air cooled units.

"Are these air cooled engines? Multi-grade oil is a no-no for air cooled engines, the high temperatures will burn the viscosity-modifying polymers and the oil will break down. Straight 30w is the way to go.

Jon"

Can anyone clarify best practice?

 

[lonegunman]

We always used straight 30W in the military. I have 15W40 Rotella in my personal MEP002 with no problems.

 

[jbk]

ive seen a lo with 30 and 15-40 recomended. i guess in cold climits below 30 degees the 15-40 would be the way to go. i use 30 rotella in all my 002s but dont see temps. like that exept maybee 2 or 3 times a year.

 

[derf]

Yanmar calls for 10W30 so I assume multi viscosity is OK in them.
I don't think a good oil would have a problem in most air cooled engines.
What does Onan say about the commercial air cooled sets?

 

[m38inmaine]

The generators have a pretty good oil cooler and at 100 hour oil change intervals prescribed by the TM I doubt you would wear out 15-40. I use Rotella 15-40 in mine as well.

 

[Buttweet]

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[Dock Rocker]

Mr Speddmon, are you still selling mep003a oil filter adapters? I need two. Please contact me if you do. My email address is geraldrowell@bellsouth.net. Thanks

Shoot him a PM. He hooked me up a few months ago.


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[Guyfang]

Well, the LO lists OE-30, unless the temp is below freezing.